Update, Renovate, Decorate - Old House New House Home Show Returns

New innovations in kitchens, remodeling and renovations will be featured at the upcoming Old House New House Home Show. Photo provided by participating exhibitor, Normandy Remodeling of Hinsdale.

New innovations in kitchens, remodeling and renovations will be featured at the upcoming Old House New House Home Show. Photo provided by participating exhibitor, Normandy Remodeling of Hinsdale. (Posted By lkmcnamara, Community Contributor)

Posted by lkmcnamara, Community Contributor

Explore 300 deluxe displays with the latest in kitchens, baths, basements, additions, building, remodeling, repair, landscaping and interior design at The Old House New House Home Show. This inspiring event returns September 28 – 29 to Pheasant Run Resort, 4051 E. Main Street in St. Charles with fresh ideas for homeowners. Show hours are Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Since 1984, this event has been an outstanding resource for homeowners to investigate options with award-winning contractors, share ideas with talented designers, research creative solutions with select remodelers, discover new products and make well-informed decisions on home improvement projects. Adult admission is $7; seniors (over 62) admission is $4. Children (under 18) attend free. Parking is free. A portion of the ticket proceeds benefits The Habitat for Humanity of Northern Fox Valley and its ReStore, based in Elgin.

New This Year: She’s resourceful, refreshing and a renovation force; “Rehab Addict,” Nicole Curtis of HGTV and the DIY Network will be featured on Sunday, September 29 from Noon to 2 pm, sharing her innovative ideas and creative energy with homeowners. This heroine of home restoration isn’t afraid to demolish a bathroom, repair a chain saw or drive the bob cat. When it comes to projects, Curtis combines her talents as an interior designer, real estate professional, passionate preservationist, salvage picker, mom, home stager and transformation wizard for outstanding results.

His tips are trustworthy and his guidance is golden; Mr. Fix It, Lou Manfredini will appear on Saturday, September 28 from Noon to 2 pm, sharing his expertise with audiences. Known as “Mr. Fix It” on WGN Radio, the host of House Smarts TV and a frequent contributor on The Today Show, Lou has a helpful, humorous and hands-on approach to home maintenance. From prioritizing projects to cutting-edge innovations, Lou’s enjoyable enthusiasm and practical views are valuable tools for all homeowners.

Explore the latest color trends and decorating styles with Sally Morse, Director of Creative Services for Hunter Douglas, in her "Decorating Trends" workshop, each day at 1 pm. Learn strategies for successful interior design and create your own signature style with this dynamic presenter.

Each day at 2 pm, join Laura Gleamza of Laura Gwyn Interiors for "Designing Your Dream Kitchen." Learn design basics, explore new trends in surfaces and styles and enjoy engaging “before and after” photos. Laura is a licensed interior designer and exceptional guide for homeowners embarking on a kitchen makeover.

Other attractions include the healthy home flu shot clinic by the Visiting Nurse Association from 10 am to 1 pm each day and the grand prize drawing for a $1,000 home show gift certificate (no purchase necessary, see web site for contest rules and past prize winners.)